Johnson Center for Philanthropy
GVSU report reveals challenges, innovations for nonprofits in 2025
The ninth edition of the Johnson Center's "11 Trends in Philanthropy," includes analysis of the opportunities and challenges facing nonprofits, their stakeholders and the sector's future.
Jan 15, 2025
Johnson Center for Philanthropy names new Frey Foundation Chair for Family Philanthropy
Elizabeth J. Dale will begin on September 1.
Aug 26, 2024
Johnson Center releases "11 Trends in Philanthropy for 2024" report
The center's annual report, its eighth edition, includes essays and analysis on trends facing nonprofits, foundations and communities for the year.
Jan 17, 2024
$2.2 million in gifts solidify Grand Valley's first fully endowed chair at Johnson Center for Philanthropy
Frey Foundation and generous donor ensure long-term funding for Frey Foundation Chair for Family Philanthropy
Nov 22, 2023
New Johnson Center executive director named
Lesley D. Slavitt has nearly three decades of experience in philanthropy and higher education.
Apr 3, 2023
Johnson Center releases 11 Trends in Philanthropy for 2023 report
Report examines evolving newsrooms to non-profit models, how climate change is reshaping disaster philanthropy and more.
Jan 18, 2023
Johnson Center's executive director retiring this year
After nearly 14 years with the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy, Executive Director Teri Behrens announced her retirement effective later this year.
Feb 16, 2022
Johnson Center for Philanthropy releases its annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report
The Dorothy A. Johnson Center released its annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report which examines the issues its staff believes will shape the nonprofit sector in 2022.
Jan 19, 2022
Johnson Center documentary features Mantella, community leaders
President Philomena V. Mantella and other civic leaders were featured in a documentary produced by the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy and focused on community inclusiveness.
Aug 20, 2021
Johnson Center for Philanthropy releases annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report
The Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University has released its fifth annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report, identifying trends that will shape the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors in the coming months and years.
Jan 28, 2021
